Mosopa Population 2026
Mosopa has a population of 23,858, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇧🇼 Botswana, located in Ngwaketsi. Roughly 0.9% of Botswana's population lives here. It is about 10× smaller than Gaborone, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,858
Rank in Botswana
#18
Coordinates
24.77°S, 25.42°E
~1,136 m elevation · Africa/Gaborone
Distance to capital (Gaborone)
51 km
32 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ngwaketsi
| City | Population | Rank in Botswana |
|---|---|---|
| Kanye | 48,028 | #11 |
Cities near Mosopa
- Thamaga25,300 people · ~16 km away
- Kanye48,028 people · ~23 km away
- Gabane20,027 people · ~38 km away
- Molepolole74,861 people · ~41 km away
- Ramotswa33,271 people · ~47 km away
- Mogoditshane88,004 people · ~48 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mosopa?
Mosopa has a population of 23,858 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Botswana.
What region is Mosopa in?
Mosopa is located in Ngwaketsi, Botswana.
Is Mosopa the capital of Botswana?
No, the capital of Botswana is Gaborone, about 51 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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